Project Engineer

As a Project Engineer, you will be providing support to the Project and Contract Managers for coordinating the development and provision of deliverables for acquisition and recurring services projects.

You will provide the interface between Engineering representatives of the customer and CAE’s engineering teams and subcontractors. This would include anything from planning, controlling and reporting on technical project activities and the status of deliverable artefacts.

Description

• Overall accountability for the design integrity of projects
• Ensuring that engineering and QA process and policies are being adhered to
• Providing support to test and specialty engineering
• Own the responsibility of the customers level of technical confidence in the project

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong experience within the engineering space, ideally mixed with project management
• Having a background in simulation technology
• Proven ability to think critically and engage as well as influence stakeholders
• Can come with a strong background in Software/Hardware engineering
• Ability to work in our Brisbane Office, and travel to RAAF Base Amberley as required – role operates as a Hybrid role (3 days in office/site and 2 days of flexibility)
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance – must be an Australian Citizen!

Preferred Qualifications

• Will consider someone with a strong background in Systems, Software or Hardware Engineering
• Experience within the Defence industry is desirable

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Australian defence and security
• Exciting career paths in a truly global business
• Access to a generous ADF Reserve Service Policy
• Wellness subsidy
• Generous Parental Leave
• Employee Share Scheme
• Fitness Passport
• Insurance Cover
• … and more!

Security requirements

As the Australian Department of Defence is a major client, you must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance to work in this role – please be mindful to obtain a clearance, one of the main requirements is you must be an Australian Citizen.

Applications

If this role fits what you are looking for and you believe you have the necessary skills and experience, click ‘Apply Now’ and attach your resume.

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CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodation are available – contact your recruiter or email [email protected] if needed.

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CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [email protected] if needed.

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